Frequently Asked Questions

Does insurance pay for PT?

Essentially all private insurance plans provide for a decent amount of PT. You must first obtain a physical therapy prescription with your doctor's diagnosis of your injury or problem. Then give us a call and well find out exactly what your PT benefits are before you come in for the initial evaluation. All insurance plans vary significantly in coverage and deductible amounts.

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Does PPT contract with my insurance company?

We contract with some insurance companies but not all. Even if we don't contract with yours, we will give you a substantial discount on your out-of-network copayment responsibility. For instance, if you go to a contracted provider where coverage is 80/20 (your copay is 20%), and at PPT it is 60/40, we will not collect the 40% from you, but usually just a $15 copay. Of course, we need to also check how much of your deductible has been met.

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How long is each PT appointment?

Generally speaking, the appointments are between 60-90 minutes. This includes 20-30 minutes of hands-on time with the therapist, followed by a series of focused rehabilitative exercises including stretching, strengthening, as well as educating you about your home program and self-management.

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What is manual therapy?

Manual therapy is the hands-on component of PT, applied only by your therapist. It includes:

• Soft tissue mobilization to decrease soft tissue restrictions, limit adhesions and scar tissue formation, and to promote circulation.
• Joint mobilization to loosen tight joints and restore normal mechanics.
• Manual stretches to elongate muscles and connective tissues.
• Neuromuscular reeducation and strengthening techniques.

Manual therapy, the critical difference maker in most rehabilitation processes and it is what separates the top PT clinics from the others.